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Oakfield Psychological Services

MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST

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14 Apr 2026 at 15:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Oakfield Psychological Services has been initiated by the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The tender, classified under Health Services with CPV code 85100000, involves the provision of psychological support services for paediatric patients with conditions such as oncology, diabetes/endocrine disorders, neuro/epilepsy issues, and gastroenterology. The process is in the award stage, and the contract, valued at £82,038, was formally signed on 13 April 2026. The procurement method was limited, adhering to the Provider Selection Regime (PSR), and doesn't fall under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Representations by providers must be submitted by 24 April 2026, marking the end of the standstill period for this notice. Services are to be delivered in Kent, UK, region UKJ4.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in paediatric psychological support, particularly those with a strong focus on emotional wellbeing and psychoeducational interventions. Established providers with a track record in delivering health services in alignment with professional governance standards are well-suited to compete. The contract allows for potential extension of up to six months, presenting an opportunity for ongoing engagement with the NHS Trust. As the award criteria predominantly focus on quality, providers demonstrating high service standards in previous contracts may find favourable prospects in securing this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Oakfield Psychological Services

Notice Description

The provision of a psychological support service for paediatric patients under the agreed Paediatric Speciality Team within the Acute Hospital and/or with long term conditions across these specialities: * Oncology * Diabetes/Endocrine * Neuro/Epilepsy * Gastroenterology The emotional wellbeing support service delivered by the sub-contractor will align with and be delivered in accordance with appropriate professional governance standards. The service provides brief emotional wellbeing support and psychoeducational interventions and does not constitute formal psychological therapy or diagnostic psychological treatment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of a psychological support service for paediatric patients under the agreed Paediatric Speciality Team within the Acute Hospital and/or with long term conditions across these specialities: * Oncology * Diabetes/Endocrine * Neuro/Epilepsy * Gastroenterology The service provides brief emotional wellbeing support and psychoeducational interventions and does not constitute formal psychological therapy or diagnostic psychological treatment. This contract is intended to be awarded to an existing provider following direct award process C. The lifetime value of the contract is approximately PS82,038 for a period of eleven months.

Options: Option to extend the Sub-Contract Term once by up to 6 months.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by 24 April 2026. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR. Written representations should be sent to mtw-tr.contractsteam@nhs.net Award decision-makers: Associate Director of Operations, General Manager, Head of Nursing, Contracts Manager There were no declared conflicts or potential conflicts of interest of individuals making the decision. The organisation operates a Conflict of Interest Policy and Procedure. Key criteria: An assessment of the provider's current performance against the existing contract was undertaken. Quality and Innovation and Value were weighted equally and higher than Integration, collaboration and service sustainability, Improving access, reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice and social value.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06824e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033906-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,038 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MAIDSTONE AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME16 9QQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Barming Heath & Teston
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OAKFIELD PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Further Information

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